Apple releases Apple Intelligence. Here's how to download it on your iPhone.

• On Monday, Apple released iOS 18.1, which includes the first public version of Apple Intelligence, its AI system. Additionally, the company released software updates for iPad and Mac that incorporate Apple Intelligence.
• The launch of the feature is a vital step for Apple, as it is using it to promote the iPhone 16 lineup, which was recently released.
• To use Apple Intelligence, you need an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 model.

Apple released iOS 18.1 on Monday, which includes Apple Intelligence for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 Pro. Additionally, the company released software updates for iPad and Mac with Apple Intelligence.

The iPhone 16 lineup's marketing campaign is dependent on the feature launch, which is a crucial milestone for Apple.

Apple has a unique approach to AI compared to its competitors, who prioritize cloud-based systems over device-based AI.

Apple Intelligence is initially limited to writing tools that can proofread or rewrite text, new features that can remove objects from photos, and a feature that can summarize a stack of notifications into a single message.

Apple has made enhancements to Siri, including a revamped appearance that illuminates the entire screen and improved natural voices. Siri can now respond to queries about Apple products, including technical support.

Siri will not be able to perform actions within apps in the upcoming update, but an update with ChatGPT integration and image-generation abilities is scheduled for later this year as part of iOS 18.2.

Some investors believe that Apple's Intelligence could lead to a significant upgrade cycle and establish Apple as the top AI leader in daily usage.

According to Bank of America Securities analyst Wamsi Mohan, who wrote in an Oct. 25 note, the launch of Apple Intelligence will cause iPhone demand to increase after its initial release in late Oct.

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To use Apple Intelligence, you must have an iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or any iPhone 16 model. The service relies heavily on the iPhone's chip, which is why it is not compatible with older models. However, some more complex queries will be handled by Apple's servers.

To access Apple Intelligence, users must turn it on in the Settings app. This puts them on a waitlist. Apple has not specified how long the wait will last, but during summer beta tests, users typically received access within the same day. Once activated, the phone will download large files containing Apple's AI models, which are necessary for the operation of Apple Intelligence.

Apple Intelligence's most notable feature is its ability to condense notifications into a single summary. While it's not perfect, it can be helpful in quickly digesting multiple market alerts from CNBC or lengthy group chat conversations.

Users will observe a significant modification in Siri, which is the new text interface that can be accessed by swiping up from the bottom of the screen, allowing them to query Siri without speaking.

The Writing Tools feature of Apple will appear in any text-entry area across the operating system, even in non-Apple applications. Users can select text and rewrite it in a more user-friendly, professional, or concise manner. However, the Writing Tools will not automatically generate entire paragraphs without user input.

The software suite contains updates to Apple's Mail and Photos apps. The Photos app now features an intelligent search that comprehends natural language and can create a short movie from a user's photos.

To download iOS 18.1, visit Settings > General > Software Update. To sign up for the Apple Intelligence waitlist, navigate to Settings > Apple Intelligence and Siri > Join the Apple Waitlist.